Shrimp with Sweet Toasty Garlic Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo
Indulge in the bold, zesty flavors of Shrimp with Sweet Toasty Garlic, or Camarones al Mojo de Ajo, a classic Mexican dish that celebrates the simplicity of fresh ingredients and expert technique. Perfectly seared shrimp are bathed in a luscious sauce of golden, caramelized garlic, melted butter, and a splash of fresh lime juice, creating a harmony of savory and tangy notes with a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for entertaining. Garnished with bright parsley and served with warm corn tortillas or fluffy white rice, this dish is a flavorful delight that's sure to transport your taste buds. Perfect for fans of garlic shrimp recipes, Mexican-inspired dishes, or quick seafood dinners, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 10 cloves Garlic (finely sliced)
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp Chopped parsley (for garnish)
- 4 Lime wedges (for serving)
- Corn tortillas or white rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat.
Add the sliced garlic and cook gently, stirring frequently, until it turns golden and fragrant (about 5–7 minutes). Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the toasted garlic from the skillet and set it aside on a small plate.
In the same skillet, increase the heat to medium and add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes on one side until lightly pink.
Flip the shrimp and add the toasted garlic back into the skillet along with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
Pour in the lime juice, add the red pepper flakes (if using), and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and opaque.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shrimp with the chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side, and if desired, pair with warm corn tortillas or over a bed of white rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
302 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 253 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 467 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 429 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
